COVERING OR FLICKING FOR SAFETY FIRST

Why do we “cover” or “flick” the opponent's staff when, at an advanced level, we can pierce him? One good reason is that we want to be safe first. Later, I show that if I am sure to be safe I don't need to “cover” or “flick” before piercing.
Covering or Flicking for Safety First from Wong Kiew Kit on Vimeo.
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